Sweetening Sugar

This is a big one. Sweetening sugar is used in a lot of products and most people add it to their morning cup of coffee. Not only does coffee stain your teeth over time, it can also contribute to cavities and other dental problems if you add too much sugar. Many people have no idea that they’re actually over-sweetening their cup of joe to the point where it can have the same negative effects of candy. When sugar is allowed to stick to your teeth, it creates acid which can erode the enamel on your teeth, making them more prone to cavities.

Citrus

The juices inside an orange or any other citrus fruit are relatively acidic, meaning they have a high ph level. Just like with sweetening sugar, when the acid from citrus fruits is allowed to linger in your mouth, it can begin to erode the protective layer of enamel coating your teeth. If you have any small cuts or sores in your mouth, they can also be aggravated by the citric acid.

Ice

Ice poses a significant threat to your teeth, mainly because most people don’t think of it as a food. At restaurants, it’s common to receive water with ice as soon as you sit down. While drinking fluoridated water can have a positive impact on your dental health, chewing on ice does the opposite. It can create substantial stress on your teeth which can damage or weaken them. Here’s some friendly advice: leave the ice in the glass.

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I hope you and your families have all been healthy, safe, and keeping well.

There has been a significant amount of information disseminated since the Global Coronovirus outbreak. We want you to know that we place the utmost importance on the health of our patients and employees and with that, it is incumbent that we provide you with accurate information on the steps inherent in the re-opening of our Dental Offices.

The BC Health Attorney and The College of Dental Surgeons, recently announced of the easing of restrictions and the policy recommendations for the re-opening of Dental Offices in B.C during Phase 2 of Covid -19.

We are so thankful for the leadership we have received from Dr. Bonnie Henry and Adrian Dix along with our Dental Associations.

I should note that Infection Control has ALWAYS been our top priority in patient care and the delivery of Dentistry. Our sterilization protocols have always been extensive, across the board. We opened the office two weeks ago in order to take care of all of our emergency patients.

We want your experience to remain comfortable and relaxed while we continue to do our job keeping you safe and providing exceptional care.

Please be aware that with enhanced protocol, we have implemented the following changes/precautions:

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– Every patient will be pre-screened for COVID-19 symptoms in advance, along with screening upon day-of appointment arrival

– We have expanded disinfection and sanitization protocols throughout the office including reception areas, bathrooms, and of course, treatment rooms to uphold and go above CDSBC Standards and Guidelines.

I want to thank you in advance for your patience and understanding as we will be asking you several questions regarding your current health while following all social distancing and sanitation requirements. Once again, our priority is to protect your health.

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